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Contact

  • [email protected]
  • +44 7700 900023
  • London, UK

Skills

  • Legal: Contract Negotiation, M&A Due Diligence, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Governance, Litigation
  • Technical: Westlaw, LexisNexis, Contract Management Software, Legal Document Drafting
  • Certifications: Solicitors Regulation Authority, Member of The Law Society
  • Professional: Analytical Thinking, Client Relations, Negotiation, Legal Writing, Team Leadership

Victoria Harrington

Corporate Solicitor

Summary

Results-driven corporate solicitor with 8 years of experience in contract law, mergers & acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of successfully negotiating multi-million dollar deals and providing strategic legal counsel to FTSE 100 companies. Strong analytical skills with a commitment to delivering practical legal solutions.

Experience

Senior Corporate Solicitor
Morrison & Partners LLP
London, UK
January 2021 - Present
  • Led legal due diligence for 12 M&A transactions valued at over $500M, identifying and mitigating key legal risks.
  • Drafted and negotiated complex commercial contracts, licensing agreements, and partnership terms for corporate clients.
  • Advised C-suite executives on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management strategies.
  • Managed a team of 4 junior solicitors and 2 paralegals, overseeing case assignments and professional development.
  • Developed standardized contract templates that reduced drafting time by 30% across the corporate practice group.
  • Successfully defended clients in 3 high-profile arbitration proceedings, achieving favorable outcomes in all cases.
Associate Solicitor
Clarke & Webb Legal
London, UK
September 2017 - December 2020
  • Conducted legal research and drafted memoranda on corporate law, securities regulations, and contract disputes.
  • Assisted in negotiating and closing over 20 commercial transactions totaling $200M in aggregate value.
  • Prepared regulatory filings and ensured compliance with FCA, CMA, and sector-specific requirements.
  • Represented clients in mediation and settlement negotiations, achieving resolutions in 90% of cases without litigation.
  • Reviewed and analysed corporate documents, bylaws, and shareholder agreements for accuracy and legal sufficiency.
  • Contributed to firm knowledge base by publishing 5 internal legal briefings on emerging regulatory trends.

Education

LLB (Hons) Law
King's College London
London, UK
Sep 2014 - May 2017
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